A Caregiver New Year’s Resolution in Fairport, NY

New Year’s Day is just around the corner and this is generally the time of year when we are able to wash away the missed opportunities from the year and talk about all of things that we are going to change this next year. These are called New Year’s resolutions and though most people don’t keep their resolutions for more than a couple of days (and maybe a few weeks if you’re persistent), there are things that any caregiver can do in the future that will improve the level of care that they provide as well as ensure the men and women they care for are protected and safe at all times.

While most in home care providers already ensure safety and well-being for most of their clients, there are times in which they might be able to improve their level of care and service. So, when it comes to providing home care for people in the coming year, how about a New Year’s resolution that will truly make a difference?

This next year, why not resolve to get to know the person you’re caring for in ways that you wouldn’t have even thought about or considered before?

What does this mean? It’s simple: it’s about taking the time to sit down and have conversations with the elderly individuals that you’re caring for. It doesn’t matter whether you’re being paid for your service or you are a caregiver for a family member; when you take the time to sit down and have a conversation that means you’re going to be sitting down and actually listening to them, and not just talking to them.

When your life is busy and you’re running around trying to get everything done that you need to, it can be easy to neglect the important things in life. One of those important things in life is listening to the people closest to you.

If you’ve ever had children, then you know what it means to talk, but not listen. Most parents end up telling their children what to do, where to go, and who they should or shouldn’t be friends with, but they fail to listen.

When you listen, as a caregiver, then you’re going to be more likely to learn about the best level of care that you can provide to the person you’re caring for. Make this skill a new resolution to learn. When you talk, also be willing and able to listen to what they’re telling you. It may just give you some important clues about how to provide the highest level of care to them not just now, but throughout the year as well.

If you have a loved one who could benefit from the help of home care services in Fairport, NY contact the caregivers at Caring Hearts of Rochester, LLC. We help seniors and their families with many levels of home care service. Call (585) 245-0134 for more information.

Many Senior In-Home Care services and products are not covered by insurance, Medicare, Medicaid or public assistance. Most individuals and families often need to pay "out-of-pocket" for some or all services requested. Are there other sources of financing available to you, such as Social Security benefits, VA benefits, or Private Funds?*